Life is in its second season as a member of the Mid-South Conference, although it has had plenty of meetings with UPIKE in the past several seasons. Last year, UPIKE won at home by 22 points against the Running Eagles, but lost on the road 91-84. Earlier this season, the Bears overcame a 15-point deficit to win 104-96 on the road in Marietta, Ga. In the last seven meetings, the Bears have a 5-2 series lead. UPIKE will be looking to bounce back after losing for just the second time at home in 52 games on Monday against No. 5 Georgetown.

No. 1 UPIKE vs. Life (Ga.) | 8 p.m. ET | Thursday, Jan. 28 | East Ky. Expo Center